Rievaulx Abbey

It’s a lovely place to visit. Located in a very rural area but only five minutes drive from Hemsley. Recommend to book the entrance ticket online if you are not the member of English Heritage. Also you can get a small discount to book online in advance. Of course you can buy the entrance ticket when you get there. Really enjoyed to learn the history of Rievalux Abbey, and the stories. It’s freezing out there. Remember to wrap up warm if you plan to pay a visit in winter. They also have a cafe by the entrance. A cup of tea or coffee can keep you warm.

This is definitely one of those sort of places that is so much more than the sum of it's parts. Blue sky, a splash of sunshine, vibrant green grass and towering walls of stone providing whispered suggestions of what might have been if the buildings had been left untouched. All combine together to provide that kind of magical experience that can never be quite adequately defined in mere words. I loved this place, and I feel it stands on a par with other similar attractions (Fountains Abbey etc) that will also be competing for your time. Come here and lose yourself in the wonder of it all.

We finally visited the Abbey in August after months of anticipation, and it did not disappoint. The Abbey itself is absolutely stunning. We parked in the village car park, which is just next to the site, although there is also a car park on the property. The location is well-maintained, with a shop and cafe at the entrance, as well as a small museum on-site. We spent a couple of hours exploring, even bringing a picnic to enjoy there. Helpful information boards are scattered throughout to guide you during the visit. It's a beautiful spot, and we’ll definitely be back

An ethereal, spiritual experience. The wonderful quiet, with sound lead by the wind passing through the ruins. One could swear that they were hearing the thousands of voices of those who have lived there for the past 1000 years. A most wonderful place.

Good car park but the local shooting party was using it and left there cigarettes ends on the floor and no respect for cars coming in as they think they own the road but the Abbey had plenty of information and clean and tidy